I have based the ‘Windows’ series on x-rays from various sources. They invite the viewer to peer into the very core of what makes up our identity. It shows us from the absolute inner-core of our being – something that we cannot fake, airbrush or Photoshop. It is a ‘secret portrait’, laying bare all that is true within us. The medium of hand woven tapestry further imbues the work with a sense of humanity through the many hours of tactile, hands-on work required to render these pieces.

I have based the ‘Windows’ series on x-rays from various sources. They invite the viewer to peer into the very core of what makes up our identity. It shows us from the absolute inner-core of our being – something that we cannot fake, airbrush or Photoshop. It is a ‘secret portrait’, laying bare all that is true within us. The medium of hand woven tapestry further imbues the work with a sense of humanity through the many hours of tactile, hands-on work required to render these pieces.

‘Windows No. 3 – Self Portrait’ is based on one of my own x-rays, and is both a cheeky rendition of the traditional artist’s self portrait, and a social comment on what constitutes ‘beauty’.

In this day and age we can manipulate images to how we would like to portray ourselves, but there are no guidelines for ‘internal beauty’. Is my pelvis too big, is my spine the right shape for society’s expectations? Who cares?

I have based the ‘Windows’ series on x-rays from various sources. They invite the viewer to peer into the very core of what makes up our identity. It shows us from the absolute inner-core of our being – something that we cannot fake, airbrush or Photoshop. It is a ‘secret portrait’, laying bare all that is true within us. The medium of hand woven tapestry further imbues the work with a sense of humanity through the many hours of tactile, hands-on work required to render these pieces.

‘Windows No. 5 – Portrait of Dementia’ was inspired by a series of CT scans, which have been interpreted through the medium of hand woven tapestry. Although dementia is stigmatised as a condition focusing on memory loss, it is well documented that patients still retain personal long term memories. This manifests itself through a preference for favourite music, activities and, in the case of this artwork, favourite colours. This piece is a celebration of a vibrant and colourful life.

What is considered to be surreal to the outside world, is the reality of the world of the magician. A weaver, weaving the threads of perceived fiction and fable amongst the warp of everyday life, an ancient force is harnessed for the purposes of a higher state of being.

Magic is often made out to be dark and foreboding, however with the state of today’s society, we need magic more than ever to re-enchant a disenchanted world. Is it not prudent then that we attempt to reconnect with our ancestors, our past, to learn from the mistakes that have been made in order to right the current wrongs before they are all consuming?

This series is based on my occult and Vodou studies over the last 15 years or so.